Samarth Arabastani
About Samarth Arabastani
Samarth Arabastani serves as the Director of Product at SWTCH, where he focuses on advancing the EV charging landscape in North America through software development. He also works as an Agile and Design Thinking Coach at Ryerson University, leveraging his extensive experience in product management and technical sales.
Current Role at SWTCH
Samarth Arabastani serves as the Director of Product at SWTCH, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on transforming the electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape in North America through strategic software product development. His responsibilities include overseeing product strategy and ensuring alignment with market needs. He has been instrumental in implementing a culture of innovation and productivity by integrating Design Thinking and Agile methodologies within the software development lifecycle.
Previous Experience at SWTCH
Prior to his current role, Samarth Arabastani worked at SWTCH as a Technical Product Manager from 2019 to 2020. During this year-long tenure, he contributed to the development of technical product strategies and supported the company's mission to enhance EV charging solutions. His experience at SWTCH laid the foundation for his current leadership position.
Professional Background
Samarth Arabastani has a diverse professional background that includes roles in product management and technical sales. He co-founded Travelot and served as the Head of Product from 2017 to 2019. He also worked as a Product Manager at Farmium from 2016 to 2017 and held various positions at Mosaic North America, including Technical Sales Manager and Sales Representative. His experience spans multiple sectors, contributing to his expertise in product development.
Education and Expertise
Samarth Arabastani holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Ryerson University. He also studied Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial Studies at Munich University of Applied Sciences. His educational background supports his focus on integrating technical knowledge with business strategy, enabling him to evaluate technical concerns alongside potential business outcomes.
Coaching Role at Ryerson University
In addition to his work at SWTCH, Samarth Arabastani has been serving as an Agile & Design Thinking Coach at Ryerson University since 2021. In this role, he guides students and professionals in adopting Agile methodologies and Design Thinking principles, fostering a mindset of innovation and adaptability within various projects.